Microsoft 365 Message Center item MC1449180
MC1449180 - Microsoft Purview: Data Loss Prevention and auto-labeling support for non-Microsoft applications
Microsoft Purview will support Data Loss Prevention and auto-labeling for non-Microsoft applications like Google Workspace, Box, and Salesforce via Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps connectors. Administrators can create and manage policies directly in Purview starting mid-August 2026, expanding compliance and data protection capabilities.
- Message Center ID
- MC1449180
- Category
- stay Informed
- Severity
- normal
- Services
- Microsoft Purview
- Tags
- New feature, User impact, Admin impact
- Roadmap ID
- 568075
- Platforms
- Web
- Published
- 2026-08-06
- Last updated
- 2026-08-06
- Expires
- 2026-11-30
[What and why]Microsoft Purview is expanding Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Information Protection auto-labeling support for non-Microsoft applications. Administrators will be able to create and manage DLP and auto-labeling policies directly in Microsoft Purview for supported non-Microsoft applications. These capabilities use Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps connectors to connect supported non-Microsoft applications to Microsoft Purview.This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 568075.[Rollout schedule]Public Preview: Beginning in mid-August 2026 and expected to complete in early September 2026General Availability (Worldwide): Beginning in early September 2026 and expected to complete in late October 2026[Impact on your organization]Who is affectedMicrosoft Purview administratorsOrganizations using supported non-Microsoft applicationsPlatforms and servicesMicrosoft PurviewMicrosoft Defender for Cloud AppsWhat will happenAfter rollout, dedicated application locations will be available in Microsoft Purview for supported non-Microsoft applications.These capabilities use Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps connectors to connect supported non-Microsoft applications to Microsoft Purview.Administrators will be able to:Create and manage DLP policies for supported applications.Create and manage auto-labeling policies for supported applications.Supported DLP application locations:Google WorkspaceBoxDropboxSalesforceServiceNowAWSCisco WebexSupported auto-labeling application locations:Google WorkspaceBoxAvailable policy conditions and actions vary by application and may include content inspection, sensitivity labeling, notifications, quarantine actions, and access controls.Before you create Microsoft Purview policy for any of these non-Microsoft applications, turn off or delete any Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps file policies for the same non-Microsoft locations. Running both at once can cause unexpected policy enforcement.[Action required and recommendations]No action is required before rollout.To use these capabilities:Connect the applicable application through Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps.Ensure your organization has the required Enterprise tier Microsoft Purview licensing.Review Microsoft Purview At Rest Protection pricing and billing implications before enabling these capabilities. Usage is billed through the Microsoft Purview At Rest Protection pay-as-you-go meter. The unit of measure for at-rest files in non-Microsoft applications is calculated at a rate of 1,000 files = 1 data asset.Learn moreConnect apps to get visibility and control with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps | Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps | Microsoft Learn[Compliance considerations]QuestionAnswerDoes this change alter how customer data is processed, stored, or accessed?Yes. Microsoft Purview will extend Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and auto-labeling capabilities to supported non-Microsoft applications, enabling Microsoft Purview to scan, evaluate, and apply policy actions to data stored in those connected services.Does this change modify Purview-related compliance capabilities?Yes. This update introduces new DLP and auto-labeling policy locations for supported non-Microsoft applications, expanding the scope of Microsoft Purview compliance controls.Does this change add an integration with third-party software or services?Yes. The feature supports integration with non-Microsoft applications, including Google Workspace, Box, Dropbox, Salesforce, ServiceNow, AWS, and Cisco Webex through Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps connectors.Is there an administrative control associated with this feature?Yes. Administrators can configure, manage, and enforce DLP and auto-labeling policies for supported non-Microsoft applications in Microsoft Purview.